Review of Changeling (2008) by James O — 29 Nov 2011

Angelina Jolie is really good in this movie. I mean, really good. The cinematography is brilliant and perfectly smooth. Clint Eastwood, as usual, has some fabulous direction. The costume design, the set design, both are spot-on and highly reminiscent of the '20s. Then why is Changeling not as good as it should be?

I fault the script. The storytelling here is bland and somewhat predictable, and while there be room for some tender moments, Changeling as a whole feels too hurried. It feels everything has just been squeezed in for the sake of being "in". Also, there was not much character development.

But in the end, it looks great and is real treat for your eyes. Plus, you get to see Jeffrey Donovan in something other than Burn Notice.